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FE51 UFV

2001 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2015
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

88,894 mi
Last recorded88,894 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 Seat Arosa65,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE51 UFV
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2014 88,894 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

fuel filter corroded

Fail 27 Aug 2014 88,811 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front brake discs corroded

Pass 29 Aug 2013 84,361 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 23 Aug 2013 84,361 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 80,005 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Aug 2012 79,946 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 75,399 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Aug 2011 75,399 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2010 61,427 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 52,723 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

lower arms starting to seperate

nearside rear tyre splitting very badly

Pass 28 Aug 2009 52,723 miles

lower arms starting to seperate

nearside rear tyre splitting very badly

Pass 26 Aug 2008 45,040 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 28 Aug 2007 36,319 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 36,319 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

all tyres badly cracking (almost to cords in places)

front brakes binding slightly

Pass 30 Aug 2006 29,021 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 29,021 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Gearbox oil leaks

N/S/F tyre cracking

N/S/R tyre has been repaired

O/S/F tyre badly cracking

Rear tyres badly cracking

How Reliable is the Seat Arosa?

Based on 269,006 MOT tests across 18,002 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
4,317
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
18,002
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,080
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,623
Stop lamp not working 4,843
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 4,712
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 4,672
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FE51 UFV is a 2001 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

Across all 2001 Seat Arosa models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 65,584 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Seat Arosa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,080 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FE51 UFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Arosa typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 25 years old, this Seat Arosa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FE51 UFV?

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What year was FE51 UFV registered?

FE51 UFV is a 2001 Seat Arosa, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is FE51 UFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE51 UFV shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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